I was bullied harshly for my broad shoulders when I was a little girl. I'm thirty now and seeing Ilona promote "Beast, beauty, brains." has seriously healed a part of me. I decided to own my body so I'm a body builder and still get stupid comments but that doesn't make me any less of a woman. Also going out to Shania Twain?! YES.
Yes! Feeling so healed! I’m a track athlete so also have broad shoulders but I’m also very girly and feminine this song choice, sexy cha cha, and highlighting athletic build is everything ❤
I know this is a dance show but honestly just here to see her break stereotypes of the "right" female body type. I don't have her body but all of us have felt "too chunky" in different areas of our bodies when there was no need to. Thanks for doing this Ilona
The fact he picks her up and spins her at the end. 🖤 You don't need to be small to feel small in the right man's arms, or woman's arms for that matter.
I’m honestly so excited for what’s in store for Ilona! She has so much potential. Why do I feel like she’s being shy?! Be CONFIDENT and don’t hold anything back 🙌❤️ I can feel it lol she has so much more in her!!
She said this was a huge step outside her comfort zone. And with all the people body shaming her through the Olympics I get why this would be scary for her. I hope she does well - I’ve literally never watched DWTS but I’m interested now only because I think she’s awesome.
Look at Alan hyping her up because he knows shes a freaking badazz! I just love her and I think with the first one out of the way she will shine bright like the sunshine she is!
She did good and she made the show's history as the first rugby player to compete, they've cast rugby players in the versions in other countries and now America did the same thing. I see her good far
I’ve never seen Alan this excited about a partner in ages like I love this for him… I adore Ilona so much but I feel like maybe she was in her head a bit trying to make things perfect or the first week jitters got to her idk but she is immense potential and I am voting to get her far
My mom doesn’t follow rugby and really didn’t know who Ilhona is. However when I showed her this video (we missed the live performance the night of) I casually mentioned ‘She’s a bigger girl.’ Mom looked at her, looked at me, and said ‘That girl is all muscle! What does she play?’ I was so glad she saw the same thing I did - a young woman built for her sport and beautiful!
I’m so proud of Ilona to conquer her fears out on the dance floor. She looked nervous but there’s so much potential there. I cannot wait to see what she brings next week with Alan. I’m loving this partnership so far.
She did GREAT!! Can't wait to see her progress and own her style. Can you imagine how nerve wracking that must be for someone that has no background in professional dancing?! Kudos to her for her courage and moves! She will be a crowd favorite for sure 🥰🌟
Excited to see Ilona and Alan progress. I could see her Thinking A LOT. It isn't comfortable or natural for her yet but Alan is a great partner who can help her relax and sit into the groove and technique of the dance 😁😁😁
Agreed… this is not her element at all, but I’m here for every moment of it, even if its a short ride I hope she can relax enough to drink it all in for what it is and have a blast
she is so gorgeous. I really think she will be the most improved in the competition, once she gains a little bit of confidence on the dance floor and gets out of her head she will be unstoppable. go ilona!
Shes so great! I hope you kick butt this season. You looked amazing and you are so very loved by many people. I hope you find nothing but love and positivity in your adventures Maher🥰
She is adorable. I have seen clips of the show, but I’ve never actually watched it on my TV, but I will this year just for her! When she’s gone, so am I 😂
Before I learned how to dance I'd see these performances and watch their faces and their hands. Watching Ilona's feet shows off the real time she put into learning the ChaCha!
Our scores: Me: 6 Diya: 5 Kelsey: 6 Owen: 6 23/40 I really like her and want her to do well. This was an okay first dance, a bit of nerves but that’s understandable. It doesn’t look natural or comfortable for her, but I love the personality she brought. Because she’s such a powerful woman I know she can give a bit more oomph, and the leg actions we want in cha cha were lacking. But this is a fun pairing and I can see her improving.
@@Horrorismylife aw tysm! I try to be consistent and fair, and focus not only on performance, but also the proper technique. Being an official judge is definitely a dream of mine!
I was bullied harshly for my broad shoulders when I was a little girl. I'm thirty now and seeing Ilona promote "Beast, beauty, brains." has seriously healed a part of me. I decided to own my body so I'm a body builder and still get stupid comments but that doesn't make me any less of a woman. Also going out to Shania Twain?! YES.
She has more than just broad shoulders. She's also not a great dancer. For those reasons, she'll probably be one of the first to be eliminated.
Yes! Feeling so healed! I’m a track athlete so also have broad shoulders but I’m also very girly and feminine this song choice, sexy cha cha, and highlighting athletic build is everything ❤
I literally teared up watching this! So proud of her!
She's so inspiring it's beautiful the message she sends ❤
Same with my muscles on my calves hahaha but they don't play nor dominate in tennis so they can stfu
I know this is a dance show but honestly just here to see her break stereotypes of the "right" female body type. I don't have her body but all of us have felt "too chunky" in different areas of our bodies when there was no need to. Thanks for doing this Ilona
Why am I crying after watching a 1 minute dance clip 😢
The fact he picks her up and spins her at the end. 🖤 You don't need to be small to feel small in the right man's arms, or woman's arms for that matter.
@@IvabobeanaThis made me cry!! Thank you for reminding me that we plus size 12 up and normal women!!!
Wow! Incredible! Love this girl!
I’m honestly so excited for what’s in store for Ilona! She has so much potential. Why do I feel like she’s being shy?! Be CONFIDENT and don’t hold anything back 🙌❤️ I can feel it lol she has so much more in her!!
She did seem to be holding back.. needs to loosing up....
Agree. Alan held that dance together. Maybe the song felt a bit cheesy for her.
She said this was a huge step outside her comfort zone. And with all the people body shaming her through the Olympics I get why this would be scary for her.
I hope she does well - I’ve literally never watched DWTS but I’m interested now only because I think she’s awesome.
@@bradbury1971hard agree. She’s amazing and I’m rooting for her.
Must be so different for her!! I'm sure she'll get more and more used to it in the next weeks
Look at Alan hyping her up because he knows shes a freaking badazz! I just love her and I think with the first one out of the way she will shine bright like the sunshine she is!
She looks like a warrior goddess! You could tell she was nervous but still had a few good moves. Hope she does well.
She did good and she made the show's history as the first rugby player to compete, they've cast rugby players in the versions in other countries and now America did the same thing. I see her good far
I’ve never seen Alan this excited about a partner in ages like I love this for him… I adore Ilona so much but I feel like maybe she was in her head a bit trying to make things perfect or the first week jitters got to her idk but she is immense potential and I am voting to get her far
My mom doesn’t follow rugby and really didn’t know who Ilhona is. However when I showed her this video (we missed the live performance the night of) I casually mentioned ‘She’s a bigger girl.’ Mom looked at her, looked at me, and said ‘That girl is all muscle! What does she play?’ I was so glad she saw the same thing I did - a young woman built for her sport and beautiful!
I was so happy to see Ilona tonight!!! She did so well for her first week!! Can't wait to see what Alan and Ilona do for next week!!! 🔥🔥🔥
I’m so proud of Ilona to conquer her fears out on the dance floor. She looked nervous but there’s so much potential there. I cannot wait to see what she brings next week with Alan. I’m loving this partnership so far.
Never watched DWTS before. Ilona Maher is such a joy 🤩
She did GREAT!! Can't wait to see her progress and own her style. Can you imagine how nerve wracking that must be for someone that has no background in professional dancing?! Kudos to her for her courage and moves! She will be a crowd favorite for sure 🥰🌟
watched this with the biggest smile on my face - she looks like she's having so much fun. go Ilona!
Excited to see Ilona and Alan progress. I could see her Thinking A LOT. It isn't comfortable or natural for her yet but Alan is a great partner who can help her relax and sit into the groove and technique of the dance 😁😁😁
Agreed… this is not her element at all, but I’m here for every moment of it, even if its a short ride
I hope she can relax enough to drink it all in for what it is and have a blast
Why am I crying? Because Ilona is somehow my sister or my daughter. So dang proud of her. ❤❤🎉
Sweet but not possible
gosh I have such a crush on Ilona! What an amazing woman ❤
Ilona has one of the best smiles. I love everything about her... you go Ilona! You're the best (beast).
Alan is so cute and such a positive , passionate guy. He is a great coach for Ioana and I am sure she will blossom further with his guidance.
Aw solid 1st dance Ilona!!!
i didn’t know who she was till now but omg i love her so much i can’t wait to see how her confidence grows each week!!! ILY ILONA
Loved this! They're both so high energy.
she is so gorgeous. I really think she will be the most improved in the competition, once she gains a little bit of confidence on the dance floor and gets out of her head she will be unstoppable. go ilona!
Stop bs,shes hanging! Look at that face 🤢🤢🤢
I hope Ilona goes far. She looks great.
Shes so great! I hope you kick butt this season. You looked amazing and you are so very loved by many people. I hope you find nothing but love and positivity in your adventures Maher🥰
Ilona Maher is a powerful woman! I love her support for body positivity! She’s strong with her muscles!
I love her so much. She looks like she's having so much fun!
She is absolutely gorgeous with that smile, would love to see her win the contest!
She looks like she had fun! Love that smile and she did a great job!
She can do EVERYTHINGGG
You go girl! Show the world how amazing you are! And Alan, always a class act
She did fabulous and Alan picking her up and spinning her around at the end 🥹🫶🏼
What is best for her, and you may be lucky to get a write back if you want she enjoys talking to her faNs
So good the song choice the costume just so good
Omg! She is the greatest! She did so good!
This made my heart so happy!!!!!!!
I LOVE ILONA SO MUCH GREAT JOB
A star on the field and the dance floor! 🏉💃
Ilona brings joy to everything she does!
I love this woman, hope she around for a long while.
I can't wait to see her growth!!! She's already something special.
ahhh my queen ❤ a solid start here ❤ and she really sold it xx
Awesome job Ilona!! I love you!!!
Go girl!!!! Dance for all of us🥰
1:00 Alan's spins!! Incredible!!!
Alan has maintained such great technique throughout the years. Love watching him in Jamie Lynn's cha cha too
Her joy is infectious
YES!!!! Go Ilona!!! You got this!!!!
Jenn you were amazing! Happy to see you smiling! You got this girl! Show them what you got! 😊😊😊😊😊
She looks like she’s glowing I’m so happy for her 🥹🫶🏼
She’s so beautiful and she did so well ❤
I love Ilona!!! Great first dance!!!
Ilona is STUNNING
Ilona your so beautiful and amazing dancer! You did amazing!
Have not watch dwts since like season 1 but I’m here for Ilona!
That was beautiful!! So excited for her!!!
She knows how to dance, and she replies to me I can make you talk to her too
I think he did a very good job 😊
Shes amazin!!!
I apologize for misreading your comment when I first saw it....I thought you wrote, "She's amazon!!!" - but you can understand my mistake, yes?
I love everything about this!
She's beautiful, talented, and the best part? All woman! Congrats Ilona Maher 😎
Very well done, appreciate this video!
They looked like they had so much fun!!! Makes me want to do the cha cha real baaad.
Great job Ilona!
I love her. Ilona, I love you ❤🎉😅😊❤🎉
Look at Ilona being so girly! I am loving everything Ilona!!!!!!!
Let’s go girl! 🎉 Tuning in from Scotland 🏴 ❤
Loving everything about Ilona!
i keep rewatching this. i love it
She is so prettyyyyy
IM ROOTING FOR THEM she did so good
THAT WAS SO GOOOOD
Please I'm such an Ilona Maher fan. I don't care what show, I'll always support her on TV. LOL
I am so obsessed with her!
I love her so much. ❤ She’s the best!
She is having sooo much fun ❤❤🎉
❤.....love it!
She is adorable. I have seen clips of the show, but I’ve never actually watched it on my TV, but I will this year just for her! When she’s gone, so am I 😂
She rocked it!!!
She's awesome! Great job!
She's always talking to me I have her direct DM
This girl is freaking gorgeous and beautiful!🩷
Amazing pair! Can't wait to see how fast she gets 💜
I love the song choice!
Before I learned how to dance I'd see these performances and watch their faces and their hands. Watching Ilona's feet shows off the real time she put into learning the ChaCha!
What is best for her, and you may be lucky to get a write back if you want she enjoys talking to her fans
And that PERFECT song choice. Ahhhhh YAS GIRL! I'm such a fun of what and HOW you represent you, your passions and your femininity. Uh 10/10 Slay!
Dangerous curves ahead! She’s stunning @5’ 10” 190 pounds. It’s a rare thing to smash on the pitch & make a splash on stage!
I don't watch the show, but I watch TH-cam - and I'd just like to say, "That was really good! Nice job - kudos!"
Omg, is this the rugby player?! That’s exciting! Go Ilona! I’ll be rooting for her!
She KILLED IT! 😍
Love her!!
Love It
Love her
Nice job! Keep up the good work!
Oh, my goodness. They are both adorable!
I 💜 Ilona. She won me over.😻
Our scores:
Me: 6
Diya: 5
Kelsey: 6
Owen: 6
23/40
I really like her and want her to do well. This was an okay first dance, a bit of nerves but that’s understandable. It doesn’t look natural or comfortable for her, but I love the personality she brought. Because she’s such a powerful woman I know she can give a bit more oomph, and the leg actions we want in cha cha were lacking. But this is a fun pairing and I can see her improving.
I was reading all the scores and feedback u left on the videos, and u should honestly be a judge! Ur really good :)
@@Horrorismylife aw tysm! I try to be consistent and fair, and focus not only on performance, but also the proper technique. Being an official judge is definitely a dream of mine!
@@the5thjudge np! Ur so fair, yet straightforward, in a way, you remind me of Len
Great job!!!
Really appreciate the insights in this video.
She is dynamite!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼❤️
I love her!
0:37 girl u so cute!
Good job!
She's stunning.
god i love her